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Give Where You Live. 

That’s the motto Gale Gehling ascribes to each and every day. She believes that if her community thrives, so will her family and her business. 

As communities across Iowa continue exploring solutions to housing supply and affordability challenges, lawmakers revisited accessory dwelling unit (ADU) policy during the 2026 legislative session.

Property tax reform remained one of the most closely watched and complex issues of the session. 

Although the 2026 Iowa Legislative session produced several meaningful policy changes impacting real estate professionals and property owners, a number of high-profile proposals ultimately stalled before reaching the finish line.

The 2026 Iowa Legislative Session included several meaningful updates for REALTORS®, homeowners, and property rights across the state.

For the Iowa Great Lakes Board of REALTORS®, giving back isn’t a one-time effort. Each year, the Community Outreach Committee gathers to ask a simple but powerful question: How can we best serve our community right now?

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network ("FinCEN") Residential Real Estate Reporting Requirement, which took effect on March 1, 2026, has been delayed.

When Jen Burkamper entered real estate nearly 26 years ago, she was searching for something entirely different than the corporate path she had started on after college.

For Paul, the skills and perspective he gained as a REALTOR® made the transition into local government natural. 

When Jill Hartke started her real estate journey 14 years ago, it wasn’t part of a long-term career plan, and it certainly wasn’t the first step in creating a family business. 

UPDATE: FinCEN Residential Real Estate Rule Delayed

The Residential Real Estate Rule requires that a report be filed with FinCEN for all reportable residential real estate transactions.

A simple idea can often blossom into a truly impactful initiative if provided with the right support, and dedication. That is exactly the case for the Flipping for Habitat event in eastern Iowa. 

The Fourth Annual Downtown Tailgate brought together football fans, families, and local businesses for a day of fun, food, and philanthropy in the heart of Sioux City. 

Iowa REALTORS® is excited to announce that Liz Price has joined the association as our Professional Standards & Development Administrator. 

During the 2025 legislative session, Iowa REALTORS® worked closely with Des Moines Water Works and other utilities to legislation implementing a new Environmental Protection Agency  rule requiring the disclosure and replacement of lead service lines over the next decade.